10 A list of different words related to Psychology. terms
My name is Caroline and I have been studying in Psychology for three years. My glossary is for anyone who need specifications on certain terms used in Psychology. You will find below a list of ten words related to this field of study and their definitions. You can also find a translation in French, an example and an audio pronunciation. I found those words in different posts I made on my blog and found the definitions on Google. I invite you to read this glossary to learn more about different words related to Psychology.
anxiety
noun
A nervous disorder characterized by a state of excessive uneasiness and apprehension, typically with compulsive behavior or panic attacks.
Example: My mom did not talk to me for two days and because of that she has anxiety, and she is worried.
fr: anxiété
behavior
noun
The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others.
Example: If you do not have a good behavior, you will not eat dessert.
fr: comportement
depression
noun
A mood disorder marked especially by sadness, inactivity, difficulty in thinking and concentration, a significant increase or decrease in appetite and time spent sleeping, feelings of dejection and hopelessness, and sometimes suicidal tendencies
Example: You should get professional help if you suffer from depression.
fr: dépression
diagnosis
noun
The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.
Example: She saw the psychiatrist, and she received a diagnosis of anxiety.
fr: diagnostic
mental health
noun
A person’s condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being.
Example: Doing exercise is good for your mental health.
fr: santé mentale
patient
noun
A person receiving or registered to receive medical treatment
Example: Many patients were waiting to see the doctor.
fr: patient
psyche
noun
The human soul, mind, or spirit.
Example: Their childhood made them want to understand the human psyche and to help others.
fr: psyché
psychiatrist
noun
A medical practitioner specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness.
Example: She has to see a psychiatrist because they are the only people who can give medication that can help with depression.
fr: psychiatre
psychologist
noun
A person who specializes in the study of mind and behavior or in the treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
Example: My sister has depression and anxiety and when she talks to her psychologist she always feel better.
fr: psychologue
therapy
noun
Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.
Example: She is participating in a group therapy and it helps with her anxiety.
